Karnataka concludes Elevate Nxt 2026, shortlists 256 deeptech startup finalists

Karnataka's IT/BT department has concluded its Elevate Nxt 2026 deeptech startup support program, selecting 256 firms from 983 national applicants. The initiative, which expanded its scope this year, offers up to Rs 1 crore in grant-in-aid, mentorship, and ecosystem support to foster science-led innovation and scale breakthrough solutions.